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basil

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Is basil a Scrabble word?

Yes, basil is a valid Scrabble word! Worth 7 points in Scrabble.

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  • Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
  • Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
  • Wordle Yes
  • Words With Friends Yes

What is the meaning of basil?

Definition

verb (English)

1. (transitive) To grind the edge of a tool to an acute angle.Examples: "These usually large chisels may have the edge basiled on either the inside or the outside of the 90° angle of the blade."Synonyms: bevel, sharpen

noun (English)

1. (obsolete) A type of cannon.

2. (now historical, archaic) A fetter fastened round the ankle of a prisoner.Examples: "When I once more feel that sharp smarting around the scabby sores that cluster like so many oysters on my ankles beneath my chained iron basils, I know that the tide has turned."

Definition source: Wiktionary

What Scrabble words can I make with the letters in "basil"?

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How many Scrabble points is the word "basil"?

Scrabble
7 points
b3
a1
s1
i1
l1
Words With Friends
9 points
b4
a1
s1
i1
l2

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